Doe's Dandelions (Woodland Friends, #4) by Laura Renauld, Jennie Poh
Published by Beaming Books on March 7, 2023
ISBN: 1506485685
Pages: 32
Genres: Animals
Format: Picture Book Fiction
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The fourth book in a series of picture books by author/illustrator duo Renauld and Poh. With alliterative titles and the same cast of woodland creatures, this book follows Doe as he deals with dandelions creeping into his bed of daffodils just before Doe needs to get his flowers ready for the Petal Parade. When he sets off to warn his neighbors of the invasive plant, he learns that not everyone sees dandelions as a nuisance and that different perspectives can offer a wider view of a thing you originally thought was a problem. In the end, Doe learns about all of the positive things a dandelion can be, and he and all of his friends incorporate the sunny flower into their bouquets for the Petal Parade.

The illustrations are a done in soft colors and all of the animals have a distinct look. The illustration where Doe speaks with Squirrel mentions a sign in Squirrel’s area and the illustration does not show a sign; later in the book, during the petal parade, Squirrel does have a sign. The font and size in each sign could be a lot bigger.  The back matter offers steps for holding your own Petal Parade.

Reviewed by Jill O’Connor, Baxter Memorial Library, Gorham